<2> volumes ; 24 cm

"For both clinicians and their clients there is tremendous value in understanding the psychophysiology of trauma and knowing what to do about its manifestations. This book illuminates that physiology, shining a bright light on the impact of trauma on the body and the phenomenon of somatic memory." "It is now thought that people who have been traumatized hold an implicit memory of traumatic events in their brains and bodies. That memory is often expressed in the symptomatology of posttraumatic stress disorder - nightmares, flashbacks, startle responses, and dissociative behaviors. In essence, the body of the traumatized individual refuses to be ignored." "Rothschild presents principles and non-touch techniques for giving the body its due. With an eye to its relevance for clinicians, she consolidates current knowledge about the psychobiology of the stress response both in normally challenging situations and during extreme and prolonged trauma." "Packed with engaging case studies, The Body Remembers integrates body and mind in the treatment of posttraumatic stress disorder. It will appeal to clinicians, researchers, students, and general readers."--Jacket

"A Norton professional book"--Volume 1

Includes bibliographical references (pages 174-179) and index

Overview of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) : the impact of trauma on body and mind -- Development, memory, and the brain -- The body remembers : understanding somatic memory -- Expressions of trauma not yet remembered : dissociation and flashbacks -- First, do no harm -- The body as resource -- Additional somatic techniques for safer trauma therapy -- Somatic memory becomes personal history

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